government charges on cars wa

In Western Australia, “government charges” on a car usually mean Vehicle Licence Duty (stamp duty), registration/licence fees, Compulsory Motor Injury Insurance, plus plate and admin fees. WA’s duty is value-based, roughly a sliding scale from about 2.75% on lower-priced cars up to around 6.5% on higher-value ones. Registration is weight/class-based, and the motor injury insurance premium is bundled with it—budget a few hundred dollars for a typical passenger car. Dealer delivery isn’t a government charge, but it does show up on the drive-away bill like an uninvited cousin. For private transfers, duty still applies on the vehicle’s dutiable value. Always check the latest WA rates before signing, unless you enjoy surprise arithmetic.